Vanuatu
Republic of Vanuatu
People: Ni-Vanuatu
Vanuatu is located in Melanesia and has a population of around 321,409. Its capital city is Port Vila, and the most widely spoken official language is Bislama. As an island nation, Vanuatu has no land borders.
Vanuatu — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Vanuatu |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Port Vila |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | Melanesia |
| Population | 321,409 |
| Area | 12,189 km² |
| Currency | Vanuatu vatu (VUV) Vt |
| Official Languages | Bislama, English, French |
| Dialling Code | +678 |
| Internet TLD | .vu |
| Timezone | UTC+11:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | VU / VUT |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vanuatu
What is the capital of Vanuatu?
The capital of Vanuatu is Port Vila.
What currency does Vanuatu use?
Vanuatu uses the Vanuatu vatu (VUV, symbol: Vt).
What language do they speak in Vanuatu?
The official languages of Vanuatu are Bislama and English and French.
What is the dialling code for Vanuatu?
The international dialling code for Vanuatu is +678.
What side of the road does Vanuatu drive on?
Vanuatu drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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